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Trip Summary
You can pick from 17 daily train trips between Essen and Rietheim-Weilheim. The average train journey from Essen to Rietheim-Weilheim takes 7 hours and 7 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 5 hours and 12 minutes.
| Distance | 249 mi (401 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 12m |
| Lowest price | $119.51 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Essen to Rietheim-Weilheim
- DB Intercity tickets: C$158 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn tickets: C$129 one-way
- Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company tickets: C$119 one-way
Which train should you take from Essen to Rietheim-Weilheim?
There are 3 train lines with service from Essen to Rietheim-Weilheim. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 14 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 5h 43m | $156.99 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 14 | 6h 42m | $150.54 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 3 | 10h 20m | $130.08 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Essen to Rietheim-Weilheim start from $120, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Rietheim-Weilheim. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Essen leaves from Train Station . And in Rietheim-Weilheim trains arrive at Weilheim(Württ) .
From Essen to Rietheim-Weilheim train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 10 hours and 20 minutes. If you are looking to get to Rietheim-Weilheim faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 12 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Rietheim-Weilheim.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Essen and Rietheim-Weilheim is approximately 249 miles, or 401 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 7 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 12 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Essen to Rietheim-Weilheim are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Essen at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 17 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Rietheim-Weilheim to Essen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Essen?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Train Station
Essen Hauptbahnhof is the central railway station in Essen in Western Germany. The station has been rebuilt numerous times due to damage from the Second World War and other structural issues, and now over 400 trains serve the station daily. In addition, long-distance Deutsche Bahn ICE trains run regularly to destinations including Berlin, Cologne, Stuttgart, and Vienna. Regional trains travel cities such as Aachen, Dusseldorf, Wuppertal, and Munster. Inside the station are a variety of shops, restaurants and bakeries, banks, a pharmacy, ticket offices, and information desks. The station is in the center of Essen, so there are hotels, restaurants, and attractions a short walk away.
All train stations in Essen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Rietheim-Weilheim?
Main arrival station: Weilheim(Württ)
Rietheim-Weilheim has one train station.
Train stations in Rietheim-Weilheim:
Weilheim(Württ)
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